Location: Ogden
Top Things to do in Ogden
The 10 Best Sights & Landmarks in Ogden, Utah (UT)
The city was named after fearless fur-trader and adventurer, Peter Skene Ogden, who explored the untamed area in the 1820s. Since then, Ogden has seen poverty and prosperity, conflict and celebration. Today, although a more subdued and modern place, the city is still big on action and adventure the whole family can enjoy. Take the kids to ogle the more than 100 life-size replicas of pre-historic creatures at the Ogden Dinosaur Park and Museum. Or head to the Tree House Museum, one of the best of its kind in the U.S. Adults will find plenty to enjoy on local golf courses or hiking trails in the summer, and everyone will love the local winter ski resorts. A grand old depot, Union Station is a must see for history buffs and anyone interested in trains and railroads. Be sure to stroll along 25th Street downtown. This historic block was the center of activity in the early 20th-century and is home to many restored buildings from the railroad era. The street also boasts an eclectic mix of restaurants, one-of-a kind shops, antique stores and art galleries.
Restaurants in Ogden
1. Ogden High Advenuture Park
2. Eccles Community Art Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Housed in a magnificent brick and red sandstone building, brimming with grand architectural details like round-arched windows, cylindrical towers and eyebrow dormers in the roof, this cultural and social center of Ogden hosts art shows and special events throughout the year.
3. Union Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 299 reviews
For 50 years this stately and historic depot served as a major hub for transcontinental rail service. Today, it remains a monument to grand rail stations of the early 20th-century and includes four museums: the Utah State Railroad Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Browning Kimball Car Museum and the Browning Firearms Museum.
Reviewed By sallywB8235GI - Webster, United States
We had a rainy day to kill in Ogden and found this place very interesting and well done. They have done a great job preserving a very beautiful building. The history of the building of the Transcontinental Railway was well covered. Kids would love the model trains. The cars in automobile museum were beautiful. The cowboy museum was small but with a few minutes. We skipped the gun museum. The location is good, right at the end of the historic 25th street where you can grab food and shop.
4. Ogden City Stadium
5. Golden Spike Arena
6. Historic 25th Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By intentionalgoddess - Ogden, United States
Can’t miss in the downtown area! There are a lot of cool shops. I like Lavender Vinyl, Endless Indulgence, and Two Bit Street for food. If you have mobility issues, the parking for handicap spots can fill up and not all buisiness are built equally if you require some accommodations.
7. Cold Springs Trout Farm
8. Fort Buenaventura
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 48 reviews
The original fort, used for fur trading and trapping, has been reconstructed on a 32-acre tract of land, part of a state park where visitors can see stockade and cabin replicas, rent canoes and picnic.
Reviewed By intentionalgoddess - Ogden, United States
I walk the area often. It’s shaded which is wonderful in the Utah summer. I intermittently use a wheelchair and have had success in getting around the path. It’s nice enough. It has some seedier areas but no one really bothers you. Pretty and close to the city.
9. Ogden Utah Temple
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
